Red Wings send Jimmy Howard back to Griffins

The Red Wings assigned goaltender Jimmy Howard to Grand Rapids, general manager Ken Holland said. Howard, who allowed four goals on 28 shots in a 5-2 loss at Minnesota Saturday, is scheduled to play Sunday afternoon for the Griffins against San Antonio. Holland said Chris Osgood, who didn't dress the last two games, is expected to start one of the next two games. Ty Conklin likely will start Wednesday against San Jose and Osgood Friday against Los Angeles.